Administration Support - Mental Health Management at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Lakes, Bay of Plenty

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Based on site at Tauranga Hospital
• Permanent, Full time position
• Free onsite parking + Subsidised onsite hopsital gym membership

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

Are you an experienced administrator looking for a rewarding role where your work makes a real difference? We are seeking a proactive and organised Administrator to join our Mental Health & Addiction Service based at Tauranga Hospital.

As a valued member of our administration team, you will play an integral role in supporting a range of clinical and operational services across Mental Health and Addiction. This is a varied and rewarding position, ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, can confidently juggle multiple priorities, and thrives on supporting others.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing Personal Assistant support to the Nurse Leader.
• Coordinating administration for workforce education and training.
• Supporting the Mental Health Act Coordinator.
• Delivering high quality administrative support across a variety of Mental Health and Addiction teams.

This is a unique opportunity to build a rewarding career within Health New Zealand. You'll be supported by a collaborative and experienced team while benefiting from ongoing training, professional development, and opportunities for career growth.

If you're looking for a role where no two days are the same and where your contribution truly matters, we'd love to hear from you!

To view the position description, please click here.

About the Team/Service/ Location

Situated in the sunny eastern coast of New Zealand's North Island, the Bay of Plenty really is just that, offering vast golden sand beaches, bush clad mountains, lush farmlands and more. Its pleasant climate means that the area has become a favourite for holiday makers, retirees and those looking for a different lifestyle outside of the main cities.

Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand, Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty is spread across a vast geographical area and centred across two hospitals based in Tauranga and Whakatāne.  We serve a population of approximately 308,000 for the major population centres of Tauranga, Katikati, Te Puke, Whakatāne, Kawerau and Ōpōtiki.  Te Whatu Ora Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty is one of the Bay of Plentys largest employers with over 4000 staff.

For more information on living and working in the bay of plenty click here.

About you

This role is perfect for an experienced administrator who enjoys working in a busy, varied environment and takes pride in delivering high quality support.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Outstanding attention to detail and exceptional organisational skills.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast paced environment.
• A friendly, professional disposition with a strong commitment to excellence.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships across a wide range of teams.
• Initiative, sound judgement, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Cultural awareness and sensitivity, with a commitment to providing respectful and inclusive support.
• Previous administration experience, ideally within a healthcare environment.
• Experience working within a Mental Health setting is desirable.

If you're looking for a rewarding role where no two days are the same and your contribution supports better outcomes for our community, we'd love to hear from you.

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.  

How to Apply

To apply please click apply now.  All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 23 August 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Careers, BP-Careers@tewhatuora.govt.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.